Report of the Executive Committee of the University Student Union

Full text of the report of the Executive Committee of the Vietnamese Student Association of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities at the 5th Congress of Delegates (term 2010-2012). The report will be presented at the Congress on May 14-15, 2010.

Part One: Summary of the work of the student association and student movement during the fourth term (2007–2009)

I. Characteristics of the situation

The 2007-2009 term of the University's Student Union was the fourth term, continuing to build upon the achievements of previous terms in student union work and student movements. The Congress took place at a time of significant events for student union work and student movements: the implementation of the resolutions of the University's Youth Union Congress for the 2007-2009 term and the Hanoi National University Youth Union Congress for the 2007-2012 term; the welcoming of the Hanoi National University Student Union Congress; the welcoming of the 13th Congress of the City's Youth Union and Student Union, leading up to the National Youth Union Congress for the 2008-2012 term and the 8th National Student Union Congress, etc. International exchange activities were expanded, and the University developed medium-term and long-term development strategies – these are major orientations and an important basis for building the development strategies of the Student Union organization. The gradual transition to a credit-based training model in the university's training is both a challenge and an opportunity for the Student Union to adjust its organizational structure in a synchronized and systematic manner. The Congress identified the key objectives for the term as: Maintaining and enhancing the achievements and leading position in the activities of the Student Union of Hanoi National University and the Student Union of Hanoi City; continuing to build and strengthen the organization, innovating methods of operation, improving the quality and effectiveness of work, and attracting members and students to participate in the emulation movement for learning, scientific research, and self-improvement for future career development.

II. Results of the Association's activities during the 2007-2009 term

1. Activities in coordination with the Youth Union 1.1. Political and ideological propaganda and education work Overall assessmentTogether with the University's Youth Union, the Student Association considers this an important activity closely linked to the major campaign of the Politburo: Studying and following the moral example of Ho Chi Minh. Along with continuing to maintain regular activities, the University's Student Association and Youth Union have strengthened coordination with other organizations inside and outside the university and introduced many innovative forms of political and ideological education for student members.The results achievedImplementing the campaign to study and follow the moral example of Ho Chi Minh: Establishing a Steering Committee for the campaign; organizing a storytelling competition about the moral example of Ho Chi Minh at the school level; holding seminars in each branch with the aim of each branch having a slogan to respond to the campaign to study and follow the example of Uncle Ho; the "Journey Following in Uncle Ho's Footsteps" competition (Sociology Student Union), the book exhibition about Ho Chi Minh (Information and Library Student Union), the calligraphy exhibition of Ho Chi Minh's works (Literature Faculty Student Union), participating in the Youth Camp to study and follow Uncle Ho's teachings (winning 1st Prize in the Singing Festival dedicated to Uncle Ho, 2nd Prize in the storytelling competition about the moral example of Ho Chi Minh, 1st Prize in the Informatics Olympiad, 2nd Prize in the camp),... Currently, the University Student Union, together with the Youth Union, is continuing to implement this major campaign among students with the aim of following the moral example of Ho Chi Minh in practice, contributing to building a disciplined and civilized school environment. Continuing to maintain the stability and effectiveness of traditional regular activities, creating a foundation for the political and ideological education of union members: Student Civic Activities Week at the beginning of the academic year; orienting branch activities to be linked to important political events; maintaining the operation of the student forum svnhanvan.org, the quarterly newsletter Tu Nguyen with over 1000 copies; the system of bulletin boards in the school and information boards in each lecture hall; maintaining the distribution of the Student and Youth newspaper to each branch and liên chi hội (federation of student associations); ... Strengthening coordination with units inside and outside the school to improve the effectiveness of political and ideological education for members: Exchange and exhibition with former prisoners of Phu Quoc Island (in coordination with the Veterans Association); Storytelling competition about the moral example of Ho Chi Minh and the Trade Union Singing Festival, with the theme of Ho Chi Minh (in coordination with the School's Trade Union); Journey to the Source (in coordination with the Student Association of the University of Natural Sciences); ... Actively monitor the ideological developments of student members, especially during periods of politically sensitive events (such as the border demarcation issue between Vietnam and China in 2008 and 2009). Provide timely and correct guidance to student members in the face of such events, ensuring that the university's student members always maintain correct political awareness for the benefit of the nation and its people.1.2. Work on building the Student Union organization Overall assessmentDuring the 2007-2009 term, the University's Student Union continued to coordinate and promote the core political role of the Youth Union organization, creating an organic link in the process of implementing the activities and movements of the University's youth.The results achievedThe University Student Union continues to maintain and strengthen training for its officers, focusing on management and organizational skills at the branch level within the credit-based training model. In addition, the University Student Union has proactively strengthened and encouraged collaborative activities with external units to exchange experiences and promote cooperation between units in joint activities. Besides maintaining the stable operation of student clubs, the University Student Union has continued to develop several new club activity models to meet the practical needs of student movements (Student Event Organizing Group, Performing Arts Team, Hoa Da Club).2. Member consultation and support services 2.1. Counseling and support for academic studies and scientific research Overall assessmentDuring the 2007-2009 term, together with the Youth Union, the Student Association of the University took concrete steps to participate in the process of improving the quality of education at the university; through activities supporting and encouraging student members in their studies and scientific research.The results achievedContinue to maintain the successful activities from previous terms: supporting first-year students with skills in accessing information on the internet and effective study methods at the university level; Maintaining branch activities aligned with the goal of saying no to negativity in examinations, promoting discipline and quality exam preparation, and supporting members and students in organizing scientific research work... - Developing short-term training courses and classes on essential soft skills to support the professional learning process for student members: scientific report presentation skills, effective English learning methods, reading skills, time management skills, teamwork skills,... - Seeking various scholarship sources to encourage learning, especially targeting student members from disadvantaged backgrounds who strive for academic excellence: Scholarships such as the "Supporting Students to School" Scholarship, the Nguyen Thai Binh Scholarship, the "Overcoming Challenges Together" Scholarship, the KOVA Scholarship, the Mobile Fone Scholarship, etc. The Student Union also establishes a scholarship fund to encourage student members to participate in scientific research, awarding scholarships to projects that make a significant contribution to the development of the university's youth movement annually. - Continue to encourage units to maintain and develop regular professional activities as well as professional activity models: Young Managers' Club (Management Science Student Union), Classical Chinese and Writers-in-Journalism Club (Literature Student Union), Film Club (Oriental Studies Student Union), Young Office Staff Club (Archival Studies and Office Management Student Union), Following the Course of History Contest (History Student Union), Sociology Day (Sociology Student Union), Vietnam Tourism Day Celebration (Tourism Student Union)... - Develop volunteer models linked to professional fields: Student Social Work Team (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology), Student Event Organizing Group and Volunteer Newsletter (Journalism and Communication, Literature, ...), Thang Long Cultural Propaganda Team (Tourism), Classical Chinese and Nom Studies Club (Literature), Korean Language Club (Oriental Studies), Campaign Reporter Team (Journalism and Communication) information), ... - Participate in activities that contribute to improving the quality of training at the University: promoting research and the gradual application of the credit-based training model, participating in dialogues between the university leadership and student members, maintaining the svnhanvan.org forum as an effective information channel contributing positively to the process of gradually adjusting and improving the effectiveness of training and management, actively participating in general activities: Student Scientific Research Conference, Council for awarding commendations and disciplinary actions, Council for awarding state-funded and sponsored scholarships, ...2.2. Student Life Support and Counseling Overall assessmentDuring the 2007-2009 term, the University Student Union continued to promote student counseling and support activities through direct participation as well as integration into theatrical performances, entertainment programs, cultural and artistic events, and club, team, and group activities. These activities contributed to enriching the cultural and spiritual lives of members, while also creating an environment for interaction, providing opportunities, and helping students develop essential skills for personal growth.The results achieved- The activities of the Student Union have been significantly promoted, focusing on youthful and engaging activities that attract a large number of students: the University Student Singing Contest, the Student Aerobics Competition, the Welcome Ceremony for New Students, the Farewell to Summer event, blood donation, the Elegant Female Student Contest, etc. The University Student Union, with the Youth Union as its political core, has organized many large-scale activities: the Student Singing Contest involving 5 universities, the Student Aerobics Competition involving 9 universities in Hanoi, hosting the World Population Day celebration with the participation of students from 6 universities in Hanoi, hosting the Welcome Ceremony for New Students – 2009 of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi, etc. - Encouraging the initiative and creativity of the units has yielded clear results with diverse activities linked to the specific expertise of each unit, attracting a large number of students: Oriental Night, Korean and Japanese Film Week. Chinese, Thai, Indian (Oriental Studies Club), Searching for Leaders (Sociology Club), Mr & Ms Language (Linguistics Faculty Club), Regular Exchanges with Writers and Publishers (Literature Faculty Club), Following the Course of History (History Faculty Club), Francophone Gala (Psychology Faculty Club), Management Talent (Management Science Faculty Club), Singing Journalism (Journalism Faculty Club), ... - The clubs under the University Student Union continue to maintain regular activities attracting a large number of members and creating useful information support channels for members: March Fragrance (SEG Group), Journey with Friends (TTSKSS Team), Supporting the Exam Season (Xung Kich Team), continue to publish the quarterly Voluntary newsletter, maintain the svnhanvan.org forum, ...3. Social activities, volunteering, and contributing to the community. Overall assessmentDuring the 2007-2009 term, the University Student Union continued to implement social activities, volunteer work, and community service initiatives, attracting a large number of student members. In addition to school-level activities, the student branches and clubs also demonstrated initiative and creativity in these activities.Results achieved* Volunteer activities during the year: Continued to maintain the annual blood donation campaign in coordination with the National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, the Hanoi City Youth Union, and encouraged members to participate in joint activities of Hanoi National University and the city. On average, each year, university members donate more than 200 units of blood. Continued to regularly provide assistance and support to disabled students in the university (Hoa Da Club), and support the Thanh Xuan District Association for the Blind (mobilizing students to buy bamboo toothpicks). Proactive activities of various student associations and other social activities: Cycling for the environment (Tourism Studies Student Association), participating in Vietnam Poetry Day (Literature Student Association), visiting wounded soldiers on July 27th (Management Science Student Association), participating in the World Vesak Day celebration, organizing the commemoration of World Population Day, ... * Summer volunteer activities: Continuing to maintain the 2008 and 2009 summer volunteer activities, attracting over 500 volunteers each season. Developing volunteer models linked to expertise and major youth movements nationwide: Supporting the exam season, Han Nom Club, Thang Long Cultural Propaganda Team, Campaign Reporter Team.4. Activities of clubs, organizations, teams, and groups Overall assessmentThe existing student club models at both the university and faculty levels continued to be stable. In addition, several new club models were established to meet practical activity needs (Hoa Da Club, Student Event Organizing Group). The fourth term also marked new developments in club activities through collaborations with partner organizations within and outside Hanoi National University.The results achievedMaintain the effective operation of existing clubs: Reproductive Health Propaganda Team, Youth Volunteer Team, Student Social Work Team, Information Room, and the Voluntary Newsletter Editorial Board. Develop several new activity models: the Stone Flower Club, the Student Event Organizing Group, the Performing Arts Team. Branch associations continue to maintain and develop club models linked to their respective units' specializations: the Film Club (Oriental Studies), the Classical Chinese and Writers-in-Journalism Club (Faculty of Literature), the Young Managers Club (Faculty of Management Science), the Young Travelers Club (Faculty of Tourism Studies), etc. Expand collaborative activities with other units in organizing club activities: the International Student Club, the Green Journey Group, the Management Talent Competition, Sociology Day, the Francophone Gala, etc.5. Shortcomings during the 2007-2009 termThe movement to study and follow the moral example of Ho Chi Minh, linked to the orientation of building a disciplined and civilized school environment among the youth of the school, has not achieved concrete results, remaining at the level of propaganda and mobilization. The work of building student organizations in some branches is still weak, and the activities of the student associations in many branches and sub-branches are not yet specific, failing to truly affirm the position and role of the organization within the unit's organizational system. Student counseling and support activities, especially in academic and scientific research support, lack innovation and only meet the needs of a segment of students. Summer volunteer activities, although attracting a large number of student members, are still fragmented and lack many models that create significant social impact; the professional content in volunteer activities remains low. Maintaining and developing club models compared to practical needs under the credit-based training system is still limited. No solution has yet been found to maintain stable operation for most club models.

III. Overall Assessment

The work of the Student Union and student movement during the 2007-2009 term of the Student Union of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities achieved concrete results. These results have contributed to affirming the position, role, and contributions of the Union within the university's political system, as well as in the overall context of the National University Student Union and the Hanoi City Student Union. However, it must be frankly acknowledged that, given the demands of practical work, the activities of the University's Student Union need to undergo faster and more practical changes. The University's Student Union needs to build a tightly-knit, flexible, and high-quality organization in terms of personnel and operational mechanisms, utilizing Union officials at all levels as the core to implement activities quickly, effectively, and practically, with the goal of building a Union that truly serves as a training ground, a representative, and a companion for each member and student.

Part Two: Directions for the work of the student association and student movement for the term 2010–2012

I. Characteristics of the situation during the 2010-2012 term

The 5th Congress of the Student Union of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities took place amidst many important events in the country, the capital, and the University: the University was preparing to organize the 26th Party Congress and looking forward to the 65th anniversary of its founding, the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi, and the 11th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam. During the 2010-2012 term, the Union's activities and student movements operated entirely under the credit-based training system. This continued to be both a challenge and an opportunity for the University's youth to unleash their creativity and pioneering spirit, actively contributing to building a university learning environment with a long-standing tradition and a focus on modern knowledge.

II. Objectives and Action Slogans

1. Key ObjectivesMaintain and build upon the achievements and pioneering position in the student movement of Hanoi National University and Hanoi City; continue to build and strengthen the organization, innovate methods of operation, improve the quality and effectiveness of work, and attract members and students to participate in the emulation movement for learning, scientific research, and self-improvement for future career development.2. Action SloganCultivating virtue – Practicing literature – Taking initiative – Integrating

III. Some basic indicators

• 100% of student members participated in the movement "Youth joining hands to build a civilized and disciplined school environment".
• 100% of student members are committed to conducting the exam season seriously and with high quality.
• 100% of the Student Union officials at the branch level receive annual training and professional development in skills and expertise.
• 100% of the Student Union branches effectively maintain one volunteer model and actively participate in the annual Summer Volunteer Program.
• 100% of LCH has clubs, organizations, teams, and groups that operate stably and effectively.

IV. Content, tasks, and implementation solutions

1. Activities in coordination with the Youth Union 1.1. Political and ideological propaganda and education work a. Content and tasksWorking closely with the school's Youth Union, we aim to build a unified and healthy environment for training union members, association members, and students to be firm in political ideology and in-depth in their scientific expertise.b. Implementation solution- Coordinate with the Youth Union to organize political training classes at the beginning of the academic year; disseminate resolutions of the Party, the Youth Union, and the Student Association, as well as the school's regulations, creating a favorable environment for student union members to cultivate themselves and strive to become members of the Communist Party of Vietnam. - Develop at least one specific activity model following the moral example of Ho Chi Minh, aiming to build a civilized and disciplined school environment. - Maximize the effectiveness of the Information Room, bulletin boards, the Voluntary newsletter, and the website svnhanvan.org to disseminate information about the Student Association and promptly grasp the ideological and awareness developments of students, thereby building a healthy, cultural, humane, clean learning environment free from drugs and social evils. - Together with the Youth Union, encourage and motivate students to strive to become Party members and educate and recommend outstanding union members for consideration, training, and admission into the Party. - Implementing the "Five Good Students" movement launched by the Central Committee of the Vietnam Student Union.1.2. Work on building and strengthening the Student Union organization a. Content and tasksPromoting the core political role of the Youth Union organization, building a rational, dynamic, and effective Youth Association organization.b. Implementation solution- Continue to build and refine the system of guiding documents for the organization of the Association, establish working methods for the Executive Committee to guide activities at the branch level, and strengthen the proactive role of the branch level. - Continue to maintain and strengthen training for Youth Union and Association officials, paying attention to management and organizational skills at the branch level within the credit-based training model. - Strengthen activities linking with units outside the University to exchange experiences and promote collaboration between units in common activities. - Stabilize the activities of student clubs and continue to develop new club activity models. - Establish communication channels and create an environment for interaction with alumni, contributing positively to the development of the Association and serving the goal of improving the quality of education at the University.2. Student counseling and support services 2.1. Counseling and support for academic studies and scientific research a. Content and tasksActively advise and organize activities that contribute to achieving the strategic goal of improving the quality of education at the University. In this, students are the core force in the emulation movement for learning and scientific research; combating negative behaviors in learning and examinations; actively seeking talent, and promoting student intelligence in scientific research.b. Implementation solution- Strengthen propaganda and mobilization efforts to awaken students' self-awareness in studying and examinations, launching a serious and high-quality examination process, striving to ensure no student violates regulations. - Regularly organize seminars on study methods and scientific research at the university level for students, especially new students. Encourage and guide students to innovate their study methods, develop independent and creative thinking, self-learning abilities, and self-improvement in professional and social knowledge. - Widely develop models of professional clubs and student groups that help each other learn. Strive for each Student Union to have at least one effective and engaging professional club. - Implement appropriate and timely reward systems for students who achieve high academic and scientific research results, and for students who overcome difficulties to excel in their studies. - Expand exchanges and scientific research with students in the same field both within and outside the University, regularly organize exchanges and scientific seminars with educators and scientists to learn from their experiences and exchange knowledge.2.2. Student Life Support and Counseling a. Content and tasksTo support and assist students in overcoming difficulties in both their material and spiritual lives, and to help them acquire necessary life skills. To develop the Student Union into an organization that is closer to students.b. Implementation solution- Continue cultural and artistic activities that enrich the spiritual and cultural life of student members: Student singing contests, elegant female student contests, etc., diversifying activity forms and attracting external sponsorships to create opportunities for a large number of student members to participate. - Encourage and create conditions for student associations to host school-wide activities to better meet the needs of members and students. - Support members in developing soft skills. - Continue to maintain and develop the activities of talent clubs, hobby clubs, and professional clubs at the school and student association levels. - Coordinate with the Youth Union to maintain regular visits to students during holidays and festivals. - Advise and propose to the Party Committee and the School's Board of Directors on equipping facilities, maintaining and developing the Information Room, providing newspapers, maintaining the Voluntary newsletter, the website and forum svnhanvan.org to create an environment for interaction, exchange of thoughts and aspirations, sharing life experiences and professional knowledge among student members. - Introduce students to rental housing addresses, tourist attractions, historical and cultural sites suitable to their circumstances.3. Social activities, volunteering, and contributing to the community. a. Content and tasks- Further develop the strengths of the University's Student Union in this area of ​​activity, focusing on effectiveness. - Continue to promote and enhance the prestige of the Student Union through volunteer social activities, utilizing trained expertise to serve society.b. Implementation solution* Volunteer Activities During the Year: + Continue to maintain the annual blood donation campaign in coordination with the Central Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion and the Hanoi City Youth Union. + Organize and encourage branches to register and undertake volunteer projects to build a green, clean, and beautiful school environment, such as cleaning lecture halls, self-managed lecture halls, and model dormitories. + Focus on building and promoting volunteer models linked to professional fields and disciplines within the student unions. + Further enhance the supportive role of the Student Shock Team in the activities of the university's Student Union. * Summer Volunteer Activities: + Continue to promote volunteer models such as "Returning to the Homeland," "Supporting the Exam Season," etc. + Focus on building volunteer models that utilize professional expertise in the local area. This includes focusing on key areas as needed by society (especially remote, mountainous, and disadvantaged areas), making the best use of the professional strengths of the university's members and students. + Strengthen collaboration and coordination with units inside and outside Hanoi National University to organize diverse, enriching, and highly effective volunteer activities.4. Activities of clubs, organizations, teams, and groups a. Content and tasks- To build increasingly strong models of clubs, teams, and groups under the University's Student Union, serving as a foundation for organizing and implementing student union activities. Simultaneously, to continue developing and leveraging the strengths of these clubs, teams, and groups, as well as strengthening and developing more effective, practical, and innovative models that meet the requirements of student union work in the new era, from the Student Union Executive Committee to the University's Student Union. - To organize exchange activities with external organizations and actively participate in social activities for the community.b. Implementation solution- Maintain the effective operation of the current Club model. - Encourage interest-based Club models (professional or other interests), develop and maintain a network of activities within each Student Union branch or several branches coordinating their activities. - Continuously innovate and enhance the dynamism of members, methods, forms of organization, and content of activities so that Club, team, and group models become practical and create exemplary movements in the work of the Student Union and student movements. - Strengthen exchange and external relations activities with models inside and outside the university with a dynamic, creative, and integrated spirit. - Participate in community activities and activities beneficial to society, thereby promoting and further affirming the position of the University's Student Union. The 5th Congress of the Student Union of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, for the term 2010-2012, marked a new stage of development, improving the quality of the Union's work and student movement. Inheriting and developing the traditions of the University's Student Union, the task of discussing and building the work program of the Union and student movement for the new term is extremely important. The draft work programs of the Union and student movement presented above are the result of the efforts of the Executive Committee of the University's Student Union, the result of the intellect and dedication of the youth of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, drawn from the practical experience of the University's student movement, aiming to best meet the demands of the majority of members, students, and society. We believe and hope that, under the leadership of the higher-level Student Union organization, the Party Committee, the School's Board of Directors, and with the support of functional departments and faculties, the close cooperation of the School's Youth Union, the Executive Committee of the Student Union of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities for the 2010-2012 term and all members of the School will successfully implement the Resolution of the 5th Congress of the University's Student Union.